CENTRAL UNION

Volume XLIV Number 27 Lincoln, Nebraska, July 8, 1975

ChurchSouth

7, 1975

Story or, Six Nurses From

The nurses listen carefully during their first week of school, as instructions Tanzania Study At are given out for their laboratory assignments, and equipment use is explained Loma Linda University to them.

Six nurses from Tanzania arrived on the Loma Linda University campus recently for a year of study in public health with emphasis on leadership in teaching and ad- ministration of community health nursing. The nurses, selected by their country for outstanding leadership abilities in the health field, are: Mrs. Tunda K. Gugu, Mrs. Zena H. Minja, Mrs. Theresia Mubiru, Mrs. A physician will be arriving from Tanzania in the fall to Penuel N. Muze, Mrs. Elizabeth N. Nutyabaliwe, and Mrs. take graduate study in public health in preparation for Upendo N. Warema. All are nurse midwives and have served teaching community medicine in the University of Dar es in Tanzania as directors of nursing, supervisors, teachers of Salaam. This physician and two of the nurses currently auxiliary staff, and in other such capacities. studying in America are Seventh-day Adventists. Jo Christensen This summer they will be studying public health nursing at the University and visiting families in the communities of San Bernardino and Redlands. Because of their interest in maternal-child health service, they will also be spending time in various clinics and programs related to these people. P. William Dysinger, M.D., associate dean of the School of Health, and Ruth M. White, D.PH., professor of nursing, are the nurses' advisors while they are studying at the University. Their education is being sponsored by the Agency for International Development (AID) of the U.S. State Department. Loma Linda University has a contract with AID to provide consultation to the government of Tanzania as it expands its health care to include public health services to people in the rural areas. They are beginning with a special Philosda Members Spend emphasis in maternal-child health. Most of these women, in their thirties, have left husbands Memorial Weekend at and children behind. At the end of the year's study in America, they will receive a Certificate in Public Health and return home. Since most of the health services in Tanzania are organized by the government, these nurses will be posted Broken Arrow Camp to leadership positions where they are most needed by their government. The Central Union regional meeting of the International Philosda Club was held at Broken Arrow Ranch over Memorial Weekend, under the direction of Tom Ratz, president of the Mo-Kan Chapter and his competent officers and members. Approximately 60 members and interested The CENTRAL UNION REAPER is published (50 issues a year) by the Central Union Conference at P.O. Box 6127, Lincoln, Nebraska adults enjoyed the spiritual and social retreat. Children 68506. Second-class postage paid at Lincoln, Nebraska. Vol. 44, No. 27. expanded the age range from 8 to 60. Those in attendance came from Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, and Texas. Nine new members joined the club that weekend. The carload from Texas included a unique couple. Margaret from A.

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• SPOTLIGHT ON LITERATURE EVANGELISM

FROM OCCULT TO ADVENTIST Michael Preas

Dear Christian Friends, early twenties who had been involved the initial interest and example of a I just want to say God bless the in the occult. She told me later that literature evangelist who showed her literature evangelists in their work what really interested her in our mes- a better way. Her name is Mary and I because now I can see with my own sage was Fred's witness to her in her think of another Mary out of whom eyes two living evidences in baptism home where she actually felt the Jesus cast seven devils. (Luke 8:2) from the results of their efforts. presence of Jesus come near to her. Thanks to Jim and Fred and the 4 Both Jim Hartwick and Fred Mor- I had only studied with her a few many other colporteurs for being in gan turned over these interests to me. times before the crusade began in the right place at the right time; at It is interesting to notice that neither Omaha. She attended almost every the time of the end of all things. Jim nor Fred made a sale in either night and was baptized to seal her Your brother in Christ, case but both of them had good spir- commitment. Mary has had a struggle Mike itual visits. with visions and nightmares from her Pastor Michael Preas A special note of interest was past experiences in the occult, but Nebraska LE Follow-Up Worker Fred's contact— a married girl in her she has come a long way. Thanks to

Oklahoma City and Ed from Keene, Texas, met at the National Convention at in September, P Crossing Jordon of 1974. They were married in the fall and came to the regional retreat as special guests. Elder Ray James, Central Union MV secretary, was • speaker for the church service on Sabbath. Elder Kenneth Phillips gave the mission feature and Pastor Joseph Saladino held the Sunday evening vespers by campfire at the edge of the lake. Elder Stanley Will joined the group briefly. He, as president of the Kansas Conference, has been a valued supporter of the single's organization and has been most gracious in inviting members to use the Broken Arrow • Ranch. The offering on Sabbath of $105 goes to the Program. The Sabbath evening meal was the highlight of the sumptuous food participants enjoyed over the weekend. Sunday was a day of recreation. It was filled with a trip to the dam, horseback riding, motor boating, swimming and water skiing. It culminated with a picnic supper and an ADVENTIST BOOK CENTER SPECIAL exciting hay ride. Participants were so enthusiastic about the weekend, they asked for reservations for Memorial weekend FOR JULY AND AUGUST in 1976. At the request of the membership, Mrs. Del Watson, • regional director, presented cards of honorary membership REGULAR PRICE $1.95 to Camp Director and Mrs. Bullock, in appreciation of their interest and effort to make the weekends such enjoyable SPECIAL PRICE $1.50 occasions. The National Convention of the International Philosda Please enclose: Club is to be held at the York Town Bay Camp near Ft. Smith, Sales Tax as applicable. Arkansas, over Labor Day weekend. For reservations on the Postage: add 35 cents for the first book, 15 cents bus to Ft. Smith originating in Lincoln, Nebraska, send $20 to for each additional book. Eileen Lang, 4731 Meredeth St., Lincoln, NE 68506, or call Mail your order to your Adventist Book Center or (402) 489-4662 by August 1. For details of the weekend, write to ABC Mailing Service, 2621 Farnam, Omaha, Philosda, 3090 So. Franklin St., Denver, CO 80210. NE 68131. Mrs. Del Watson

CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 3 Christ in Song Dr. H.M.S. Richards accepts a copy of the Hymnal Reprinted new souvenir edition of the old hymnal Christ in Song from Wayne Hooper, After 25 years out of print, the treasured Adventist music director at The hymnal, Christ in Song, is again available—as a Souvenir . "Now that we have this Edition from The Voice of Prophecy. wonderful old hymnbook The facsimile reproduction duplicates each page of the again," said Dr. Richards, "let us sing these blessed original book. The maroon linen binding is identical to the songs. When we read and most popular of the many different covers used on the book memorize the words, we will find help for every during four decades of use by churches across North day." The souvenir edition America. is offered for sale by Containing 959 hymns and songs, Christ in Song was first The Voice of Prophecy's music publishing division, printed in 1908. H.M.S. Richards, founder and speaker known as Hosanna House. emeritus of The Voice of Prophecy, recalls he sang from the book as a teenager and later used it in many of his evangelistic meetings. "It was at a young people's meeting while they were singing No. 91, 'The Gate Ajar,' that I was converted at the "This new Souvenir Edition will make it possible for age of 13," recalls Pastor Richards. persons of this generation to sing some of the old sacred "At the beginning and ending of every Sabbath in our songs," says Wayne Hooper, director of music for the VOP. home, we always sang No. 339, 'Day is Dying in the West,' " "Young people today can see many of the songs their parents he continues. "To me Christ in Song is a book of memories and grandparents knew and loved." and blessing." The books are available at $6.25 each, postpaid, by Among the old songs contained in the book are "Seeking writing: Hosanna House, The Voice of Prophecy, Box 1700, the Lost," "Sweeping Through the Gates," "Keep on the Glendale, CA 91209. Sunny Side of Life," and "There's a Great Day Coming." Keith Lundquist, Public Relations Intern

&a/Jet Aelitotial ;tat HONOR PRESENTED— Memorial Hospital Admin- istrator Warren Clark (left) made the presentation of a plaque to Chaplain Alten Bringle, expressing the ap- preciation of the Governing Board and the entire hos- pital staff for his outstand- ing service to the hospital Chaplain Alten Bringle Retires and to the community.

Alten Bringle, chaplain and director of Community Relations at Boulder Memorial Hospital since 1963, has the board of the Boulder County division of the American announced his retirement to be effective June 30, 1975. Cancer Society and the Emergency Family Assistance According to Warren Clark, administrator, who made Association. the announcement, Chaplain Bringle has given nearly 42 Bringle is well known for his work with the Five-Day years in various capacities with the Seventh-day Adventist Plan to Stop Smoking which he has directed since 1963. This Church, serving as chaplain at Porter Memorial Hospital in public service program has, with the help of many Boulder Denver, mission work in Africa, school principal in Kentucky physicians and with the active support of the American and Oregon, pastoral and radio evangelism in Oregon, and Cancer Society, helped hundreds of Boulder citizens to quit field director and public relations for the Christian Record the habit. Braille Foundation, Inc., Lincoln, Nebraska. Bringle is a life member of the American Association of "His quiet, sympathetic and understanding approach as Workers for the Blind, a member of the American Protestant a chaplain has been appreciated by patients and their Hospital Association Chaplains Division and the Seventh-day families and his concern for people as evidenced by his un- Adventist Hospital Association Chaplains Division. He is a tiring work with many civic and service groups in Boulder charter member of the American Society for Hospital Public demonstrates his deep desire to help others," Clark stated. Relations Directors and the Public Relations section of the In Boulder, Bringle has been active in civic and com- Seventh-day Adventist Hospital Association. For his work munity affairs. He has served as a member of the Chamber with the blind while living in Nebraska, he was appointed an of Commerce Civic Affairs Committee and the Fourth of July "Admiral in the Nebraska Navy" by former Governor Frank Committee, and a member of the Human Relations Com- B. Morrison. mission. He has been president of the Boulder Kiwanis Club, Chaplain and Mrs. Bringle were honored at a reception Boulder Ministerial Alliance and the Boulder County Alcohol at the hospital recently and after his retirement they will be Rehabilitation Council. He has also served as a member of making their home in Denver.

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Automatic Clinical Analyzer Provides Faster, More Accurate Data The Shawnee Mission Medical Center pathology laboratory recently acquired a DuPont Automatic Clinical Analyzer. The machine will add greater dimensions of ac- curacy, precision and speed to the processing of chemistry data. Information obtained from tests the ACA performs aids the physician in prescribing the most effective means of treating the patient. Previously, manual or semi-automatic tests required an average of from 30 minutes to one hour to perform. Ad- ditional tests required additional time. Now, totally automated, the ACA's computer will control and monitor each reaction, calculate a value for each test performed and print out a report on each sample entered, in seven minutes. Subsequent tests follow at a rate of one every 35 to 70 seconds. In most cases, more time is required for the patient's blood sample to clot and separate out the serum used for the test than for the ACA to provide the test results. With the introduction of the ACA, a wide selection of Union College nursing students, Gina Olberg and Bobbie Aud- clinical tests is made readily available to the physician seven mestad, talking with nursing instructor, Mrs. Betty Biggs (left), days a week and 24 hours a day. The instrument has a basic about a new Open Door Health Center program for prenatal education capacity of 30 different chemical methods available from an and child health. array of 62. The eight foot by six foot unit is never turned off, thus resulting in an extremely high precision factor made pos- sible by a combination of quality control and instrument Nursing Students Active reliability. Whereas the manual and semi-automated methods are in Community Health Projects checked daily or weekly for accuracy and still have some degree of variance, the ACA has a constant control check Union College's Department of Nursing is now active in system. Should a malfunction be detected within the unit, the community health needs in Lincoln. printed report sheet indicates the source of error. Edwin M. Shafer, Several students were active in the Blood Pressure Director of Development and Communications Month promoted by the Lincoln Heart Association in Lan- caster County. Each Sunday in April and May nursing students worked in 20 stations throughout the county giving free blood pressure tests to passersby. These stations were located at shopping centers, grocery stores, etc. Working with other volunteers in Lincoln the students tested nearly 6000 people. Students that have been teaching a multimedia first aid course at Helen Hyatt Elementary School for the Pathfinders are Sig Barr, senior, Wellington, Kansas; Connie Bassham, Denver, Colorado; and Debbie Markstrom, senior, Segovilla, Texas. Students also assisted in 23 nursing stations, Well-Baby Clinics, VD Clinics, Planned Parenthood Clinics and Stop Smoking Clinics. Gina Olberg and Bobbie Audmestad are pictured with nursing instructor Mrs. Betty Biggs discussing a new open door health center program for prenatal education and child health. The open door health center is a Lincoln based community agency, and nursing students from Union College are helping design programs for Lincoln area residents. The Union College students developed two programs for the center—one in prenatal education and one in child health. Gail Wills (left) and Mary Ann Atkisson, ASCP medical "Union College nursing students have shown a tremendous technologists, demonstrate the Automatic Clinical Analyzer, which effort in preparing this program," says Mrs. Leslie was recently installed in the laboratory. Mary Ann is the chemistry section supervisor. Rutherford, director. Deena Bartel, Student News Writer

CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 5 contribution of their own witness, and that of contributing to a new generation of Adventists who are carrying on the same good tidings. Union College Presents Since Mother's Day was spent by most of the members Arkansas City, helping the church there celebrate its dedication, the mothers were more surprised to receive "THE GOOD LIFE" another type of book mark also, even though it was a month late. It seemed too bad to pass by the rest of the audience, so HOLIDAY they were given a third type, a book mark with the poem, "If Radio's Slim Fingers," on it. Truly it is good to belong to the June 1 to August 20 great "Family of God," and enjoy the fellowship together. Jeannette T. Worth, A new low-cost holiday program for Church Communications vacationing Seventh-day Adventists

The holiday special offers cafeteria-style meals and lodging at Union College while you enjoy the many interesting tourist, historical and recreational areas in the vicinity of Lincoln, Capital of Fathers receiving Nebraska. bookmarks at the Harper Church—sr. * Fairview—William Jennings Bryan homestead Jeannette Worth presenting bookmarks * Children's Zoo to Ross Carrick, Mike * 13 recreational lakes in Lincoln area—Holmes lake Carpenter, Virgil within walking distance Coleman, and Ernest * Numerous golf courses Lockwood. * Pioneer Park-500 acres of beauty * Harold Warp's Pioneer Village—Minden, NE * State Capitol Building—one of the world's ar- chitectural masterpieces * Boys Town—Omaha * Valentino's—best pizza in the country * Joslyn Art Museum—Omaha * Worlds of Fun—Kansas City * Henry Doorly Zoo—Omaha * Hay Market or Old Town—Omaha Wichita Seventh-day Adventist Church * University of Nebraska—museum, art gallery, planetarium South Dedicated * Aero-Space Museum, Offut AFB, Omaha Members and friends of the Wichita Seventh-day Ad- ventist church were thrilled to see the final culmination of the Air-conditioned rooms are available in Prescott Lord's leading at the dedication of their beautiful and func- Hall, men's residence, one of the newest buildings tional church the weekend of May 16-17. In just a little over on campus. Room rates, including use of campus two years from the time the building began on the church, it recreational facilities, per day—for one person are belonged to the Lord, free of all encumbrances. Truly a $5; double $7, including linen service. miracle for this congregation of 550 members! How did it Tasty vegetarian meals may be purchased at come about? Only by sacrificial giving and many months of reasonable prices in the College Cafeteria. Vacationers are invited to attend campus planning and working by the faithful members. To God be the programs. Recreational facilities available on glory! campus include: Friday evening, Elder S. S. Will, Kansas Conference president, challenged all present to keep away from the wiles * Exercise room and gym * Tennis courts of the devil, and let Jesus direct our lives. Special music was * Swimming pool * Playing field presented by the "Extensions of God's Love." Even though there had been weather forecasts of in- For fitrther information or color brochures describing Lincoln attractions, write to College Relations, Union clement weather on Sabbath, the day dawned clear and College. Lincoln. NE 68506. beautiful. Again it seemed that God was showing His people how much He appreciated the dedication of His house. Reservations should be mailed at least two weeks in advance to the Dean of Men. When writing, be sure to mention the Clifford Nies had an exceptional Sabbath school dates you wish accommodations and the number in your program. Elder C. 0. Franz, secretary of the General Con- part v. ference, gave an up-to-the-minute mission report of our people in Vietnam, and told of many who had escaped to our country during the evacuation. A general Sabbath school class was taught by Elder S. S. Will, conference president. The congregation was again treated to beautiful music by "The Reflector's of God's Love," a choral group from K aptJa.4 Canietence Enterprise Academy. Mark Rumsey, Douglas Carr and Brant Westbrook concluded the Sabbath school with a President, S. S. Will trumpet trio. Sec.-Treas., D. H. Peckham During the eleven o'clock hour, Elder Clyde 0. Franz, secretary of the General Conference, was the speaker. Music Father's Day at Harper was presented by the choir, directed by John Wills. On Father's Day the Harper church fathers were sur- Many letters of congratulations were received, including prised to receive from the lay activities secretary book one from Elder R. H. Pierson, the General Conference marks to express the appreciation the church feels for their president.

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Many guests were in attendance including Pastor Glenn The over-all project was around $280,000 but is now G. Gessele and his family, a former associate pastor, and valued at around half-a-million dollars. Elder Dan Peckham, conference secretary-treasurer. The Pyle Construction Company, Inc., from McPherson, Following a delicious fellowship dinner the dedication Kansas, was the contractor. service took place. Elder Gordon T. Blandford, the present pastor, en- Pastor Mark Luckiesh, the associate pastor, gave the couraged the congregation to press on in making final invocation. payment on the loan; therefore the dedication was moved Elder Gordon T. Blandford, the present pastor, from the fall of 1975 to May 16, 17, 1975. welcomed everyone to this special, thrilling dedication After the dedicatory message, given by Elder C. 0. service. Franz, Elder Gordon T. Blandford and treasurer of the Mr. Jack Shanahan, City Commissioner, brought special church, William Keller, presented the note paid-in-full to greetings and congratulations from the Office of the Mayor. Elder S. S. Will, conference president, and Elder Dan Brother Orville Speer told of the history of the church Peckham, conference treasurer. from the early beginnings to the present time. The congregation was then led by Elder S. S. Will in the The first Seventh-day Adventist church, located on "Act of Dedication." Dodge Street, where the congregation met for many years, Our thanks go to Audrey Shane, our organist, and Sharon was sold in the early part of 1971. The congregation began to Bagshaw, our pianist. Special thanks are given to Brother A. develop its financial plan and to select the plan for the church A. Reddy, our committee chairman, and our music director, building simultaneously. Elder R. E. Brewer was the pastor John Wills. We also wish to thank Irene Cortez and all who during the time of the construction. He and the building helped to make the program a success. committee, A. A. Reddy, chairman, Orville Speer, Bob Our greatest thanks go to God who made it possible for Fessler, William Pinkston, Clifford Nies and Bobby Potter us to worship with Him in such a beautiful setting. worked closely together. Gordon T. Blandford, Pastor

Top, left to right: Elder S. S. Will, Kansas Conference president, speaking at the Friday evening service. Dedication speakers for the Wichita, Kansas, church were—left to right: Orville Speer, head elder, gave the history; A. A. Reddy, Building Committee chairman; Clifford Nies, elder; Bob Fesler, former Building Committee member, now in Colorado; Elder S. S. Will, conference president; Jack Shanahan, City Commissioner; Elder Gordon T. Blandford, present pastor; Elder C. 0. Franz, General Conference secretary. Center, left to right: Elder C. 0. Franz was the Dedicatory Service speaker. Transfer of the note Paid in Full to the conference—left to Siviiii-ozr right: Elder Dan Peckham, 110,111TIST conference secretary-treasurer; GOWN Wall Elder Will, conference president; Elder Blandford,. pastor; William Keller, church treasurer. Jack Shanahan, City Commissioner, speaking at the Dedication Ser- vice. Lower: The Wichita, Kansas, church recently dedicated. CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 7 KANSAS CAMP MEETING 1975

The Lord blessed our camp meeting this year Cradle Roll— Mrs. Glenda Dick and Mrs. Curtis They had two meetings a day which worked out with a good attendance of our little ones. The Dale. They had a beautiful and colorful just fine for the parents' meetings. teachers did an outstanding job in decorating the setting of heaven. If you missed camp meeting this year you rooms and teaching the children about Jesus' love. Kindergarten— Mrs. Neal Kelley and Mrs. Larry missed a wonderful blessing. Don't miss camp Our teachers were: Bales had a very colorful set up with a pool of meeting next year. gold fish. Primary— Mrs. Ruth Phillips and Donita Phillips had a garden setting with trees, flowers and butterflies.

Cradle Roll Kindergarten

Cradle Roll

The Fountain sisters singing group, now well known among the churches, is a family affair. Mrs. Edna Fountain is the piano accompanist for her five daughters. They are A4Liaart L- aptietence Brenda, Linda, Margie, Julia, and Connie. This year John, President, A. V. McClure the only boy, joined the group as a bass guitarist. Bob Sec.-Treas., D. E. Latham Fountain, the father, handles the sound mixing system. The Fountains offer not only excellent sacred music, but endeavor to bring a rich spiritual experience to the listeners. Kingsville News The Joplin church felt that this had truly been achieved. Kingsville members recently enjoyed a special youth i/Another event of importance to the church families in this Sabbath as Will Ring and the Gospel Road Singers presented area was the graduation and investiture service for the the entire Sabbath program. The singers are a group of teen- Joplin and Cassville church schools. Graduating from Joplin age youth who witness to both Adventist churches and other eighth grade was Ron Chambers and from Cassville, Lyle groups, including jail work. They were recently privileged to Whisennand. lead a young man with a long prison record to Christ. Elder Allan Williamson, youth director of the Missouri Conference, gave the graduation address. Following the graduation, the Cassville and Joplin groups enjoyed fellowship and a covered dish supper. Joplin Church News Elder Williamson then led out in an Investiture service to -VA concert of sacred song was presented recently by the recognize the achievements of a number of youth in the Robert Fountain family to members and friends of the Joplin progressive classes program. church. Members of the Neosho church were also present. Mrs. Lenora Martin, Church Communications

8 CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 BAPTISMS AT ST. LOUIS CENTRAL Seven individuals were baptized in recent weeks at the St. Louis Central church. They are of all ages and backgrounds, uniting together in God's remnant church. Top: Jimmy Durbin with Pastor Richard Hallock. Second: John Cox, Mrs. Yvonne Smith, and Bobby Bolton after baptism by Pastor Hallock. Third: George and Minnie Danzie were brought to a knowledge of Christ by the Russ Ballards. Last: Charles Mammon, shown with his wife, and Pastor Hallock after his baptism at the Central church.

Leon Drakes Celebrate Fiftieth Anniversary Family and friends recently joined with Mr. and Mrs. Leon Drake in the celebration of their Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary. They are long-time members of the Joplin church and have served in many responsibilities in the church. The occasion was arranged by their daughter, Mrs. Charles Simmons of Loma Linda, and a niece, Mrs. Eugene Johnson, of Arkansas.

alittni attleteilce y C President, A. C. McClure Sec.-Treas., C. H. Turner

Pastor Conducts Evangelistic Meetings in Sheridan

A three-week series of evangelistic meetings was con- ducted in the Sheridan Seventh-day Adventist church, May 23 to June 13. The meetings, "Prophecy Crusade," were con- ducted by district pastor, Jess W. Dixon. Laymen of the church helped out by directing the music, singing specials, being receptionists, and ushering. Although no firm decisions for baptism were obtained, the interest of one couple has led the pastor to begin Bible studies with them. It is hoped that the preaching of the Word will not be in vain and that soon God's name will be glorified by the winning of this couple. Jess W. Dixon, Pastor

CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 9 A1elta.da Caqetektce President, H. H. Voss Dr. and Mrs. Nor- Sec.-Treas., Lee Allen man Brethouwer volunteered for service as a relief physician in Africa recently. The Montrose, Colorado, physician and his Hemingford Pathfinders wife are shown Assist With Ceremony displaying some items they The Box Butte Pathfinder club recently assisted in a flag brought back ceremony at the Apollo Court in Hemingford. Mrs. Elizabeth from Africa. Allen, a resident of the Apollo Court, presented a flag to the court's executive director, Mrs. John Ruffing, Jr. Elder A. H. Liebelt, Hemingford church pastor, had the invocation. Afterwards the Pathfinder club members raised the flag and stood at attention while a recording of the National Anthem by the Bob Sharples Military Band was A call came from the Adventist World Headquarters last played. The audience and the club then joined in the Pledge August inquiring if he still was interested in performing of Allegiance. relief duty in Africa. With an affirmative answer, paper work Dr. John Ruffing, Jr., a physician in Hemingford, is the for an entry permit began. The long-looked for day of director if the club. departure finally came. The air flight terminated in Nairobi, Mrs. A. H. Liebelt, Church Communications Kenya, from there the remaining 400-mile journey was completed by car. The mission compound, surrounded by banana plantations, had adequate housing for a physician, his family, and the necessary nurses and technicians. Con- struction is soon to begin on buildings to house another physician and other staff personnel to provide additional services. The hospital, built after World War II, had been well cared for but was far from adequate for the services provided. The patient count was 118 for the 76-bed institution when Dr. and Mrs. Brethouwer arrived. The halls, extra rooms, and all available space was used for patients. Many patients found it necessary to bed down on the floors in order to be available for medical treatment. The hospital serves a rural area of about 200,000 inhabitants. In the country of Uganda there is one physician Left: Dr. John Ruffing, Jr., and Box Butte Pathfinders Carol Ruffing, Carol Townsend, and Mike Ruffing. Right: Pathfinders to every 20,000 inhabitants. Many of the native people are raising the flag in front of the Apollo Court in Hemingford. treated by witch doctors and have an abiding faith in spirits and hexes. The average income of the breadwinner for each family is $20 American money per month. This level of poverty makes it impossible for many of the children to receive an adequate diet which results in many illnesses related to malnutrition. Malaria is another very common Colotal0 Captietektce disease of the people. In spite of the fact that Dr. Brethouwer faithfully took medicine to ward off the disease, he finally President, Wm. C. Hatch succumbed the last few days he was there. Sec.-Treas., H. L. Haas The needs of the people were so great that the Brethouwers found it impossible to take time off during their three-month stay. Dr. Brethouwer is a large man and used to Dr. and Mrs. Norman Brethouwer hard work, but the routine in Africa was more than a man Fulfill Dream of Mission Relief Service could stand for long. The three-month program reduced his A three-year dream to perform missionary work in weight 45 pounds! Africa materialized for Dr. and Mrs. Norman Brethouwer, The return of the resident physician at the mission when plans were completed for them to spend three months station provided three days before departure for the at the Ishaka Hospital, outside Mbarara, Uganda. Brethouwers to tour nearby game preserves. The most The Montrose, Colorado, physician provided general thrilling animal to view was the large lion that sleeps in the medical and surgical care with special emphasis on com- trees in the daytime hours. This position provides good air plicated obstetric cases. His wife, a registered nurse, was circulation as well as relief from insects on the ground. 4 able to assist the doctor in caring for the people. In summing up his reaction to mission service, Dr. Dr. Brethouwer had responded to an article in the Brethouwer stated, "The thrill of mission service is a never Review and Herald more than three years ago which had to be forgotten privilege. The needs are tremendous, the sought the services of a physician and surgeon, on a relief work never ending, but the people are so appreciative of I basis, for our mission in Kenya. "The only catch was," Dr. every service provided. It was a thrill to hear them request Brethouwer said in recalling his interest to answer the ap- prayer and to be able to call on the God of heaven to bless peal then, "they needed a doctor within two weeks time. I felt them." it was impossible to meet that deadline." Ron Green, Church Communications

10 CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 alnatieJ ROBINSON, Mrs. Cleo, of Rocheport, MO, died April 11, 1975, in Columbia, MO. Mrs. Robinson was born in Boone County, Sept. 8, 1901, to the late William and Jesse Daniels Poff. She was married to Brown Robinson on Nov. 26, 1927. Survivors include her husband, a daughter—Mrs. David Sharpe of Birmingham, AL; 2 sons—Joseph A. Robinson of Centralia and William B. Robinson of Lincoln, NE; 5 sisters, a brother, and 13 grandchildren. Services were conducted by Elder HIVE YOU H. R. Coats with burial in Columbia, MO. WI LLEN BU RG, Marie M., passed away May 7, 1975, in St. Louis, MO. She was a long-time member of the Central church. She was laid to rest in Memorial INVITED Park where she awaits the return of Jesus. R. R. Hallock officiated. SOMEONE SUNSET CALENDAR July 11 July 18 July 25 10HEI 1HE Denver, Colorado 8:29 8:25 8:20 Grand Junction, Colorado 8:41 8:38 8:33 VOICE OF I Topeka, Kansas 8:50 8:46 8:41 Kansas City, Missouri 8:46 8:42 8:37 1120PHECY St. Louis, Missouri 8:27 8:23 8:18 Lincoln, Nebraska 8:59 8:55 8:50 1HIS WEEK? Casper, Wyoming 8:45 8:41 8:35 (How-to-do-it Telephone 4 Evangelism Kit available from Box 55, Los Angeles, California 90053) Central Union Reaper Office address, 4547 Calvert St., Mailing address, P.O. Box 6127, Lincoln, Nebraska 68506. Telephone (402) 488-2313. Official organ of the Central Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. Clara W. Anderson Editor R. E. Spangle Managing Editor Subscription price $3.00 a year. All checks and money orders should be made payable to the CENTRAL UNION REAPER. Both old and new addresses should be given when a change is requested. Zip codes should be included. All copy for publication MUST reach the REAPER office by TUESDAY NOON preceding the date of publication. REAPER policy states that local conference material is to be sent through the conference office.

UNION CONFERENCE DIRECTORY President Secretary W. S. Lee Treasurer R. E. Spangle Advertisements and business notices are Auditor N. K. Harvey Business Notices not solicited but are published only as an Assn. of Privately Owned SDA Services and Industries R. E. Spangle accommodation. They MUST be sent to the local conference for approval before HHES, Off ice Mgr.-Treas. R. W. Belmont being published in the CENTRAL UNION REAPER. Advertisements appearing Communication E. E. Hagen in the REAPER are printed without endorsement or recommendation of the Education L. G. Barker Central Union Conference. Minimum charge for each insertion is $5.00 up to 50 Health and Hospital Services H. V. Reed words and five cents a word over the 50. There is a limit of four insertions. Cash Ministerial B. L. Hassenpflug MUST accompany advertisement. Singing Evangelist Henry Reid Lay Activities Missionary Volunteer G. Ray James National Service Organization G. Ray James Publishing J. T. Mason SENIOR CITIZENS needing a place to retire? We are at the foot of the Associate Publishing P. L. Jensen beautiful Colorado Rockies. Close to Boulder Memorial Hospital and the SDA Religious Liberty W. S. Lee • church. Meals are served in a bright cheerful dining room. We would be glad to Sabbath School E. E. Hagen share our home with you. Write to Senior Citizens Retirement Home, 311 Temperance G. Ray James Mapleton Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302. 27-1 LOCAL CONFERENCE DIRECTORY IN BEAUTIFUL SAN DIEGO, CA.—Excellent for retiring couple: Live in Board and care home. Gross income $16,000 per year. 4-bedroom, 3 bath, enclosed CENTRAL STATES — S. D. Meyers, President; J. A. Simons, Secretary- patio, fireplace. Asking $54,000 (terms), includes furniture, refrigerator, deep- Treasurer; P.O. Box 1527, Kansas City, MO 64141; 5737 Swope Parkway, Kansas freeze, bedding. Heart attack forces sale. Call Ski or Lois (714) 264-1059, or write City, MO 64130; Telephone (816) 361-7177. David Rasco, 1450 La Corta Cir., Lemon Grove, CA 92045. 27-1 COLORADO — Wm. C. Hatch, President; H. L. Haas, Secretary-Treasurer; 2520 South Downing, Denver, CO 80210; Telephone (303) 733-3771. HAVE YOU BEEN LOOKING for a grain mill, bread mixer, food dehydrater, or other health related products? Write or call for information about KANSAS — S. S. Will, President; D. H. Peckham, Secretary Treasurer; P.O. Box • specific products you're interested in. New Earth Health Products, 6420 Estes 4526, Topeka, KS 66604; 3330 Urish Road, Topeka, KS 66614; Telephone (913) 478- Street, Arvada, CO 80004. (303) 420-4793. 27-2 4726.

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CENTRAL UNION REAPER, JULY 8, 1975 11 TIME OF THE END LECTURE SERIES with John W. Fowler and Henry and Bunny Reid and son, Shawn August 2-31 Grand Junction, Colorado Lincoln Park Auditorium Corner of 12th and No. Avenue

PLAN NOW TO ATTEND AND BRING A FRIEND!

Send names of interested persons to: John Fowler 2520 So. Downing St. Denver, CO 80210

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